For the pea soup with ham, put the oil in a pot and heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent.
Add garlic and thyme and continue to sauté briefly. Add peas and add water with the vegetable paste to the pot.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes. Blend finely with a hand blender and portion out. Serve the pea soup with ham.